Performance Equine Veterinary Service

Performance Equine Veterinary Service(PEVS) is a new, modern equine only mobile veterinary practice founded by Dr David Hodge, an experienced equine vet based on the brisbane northside offering a reliable, personal and professional service.

Dr David Hodge is a member of both the AVA (Australian Veterinarians Association) and the EVA (Equine Veterinarians Australia). David held the position of President of the North Queensland AVA in 2004-2005.Originally from Queensland Dr David Hodge has always had his roots in the bush. He worked as a Stockman on various pastoral companies for 10 years in Queensland, The Northern Territory and NSW where he developed a deep understanding of the noble horse.

David also worked exporting cattle from Northern Australian Ports to Indonesia and the Philippines. David qualified from The University Of Queensland St Lucia with a degree in Veterinary Science with honours in 2003. After working in a mixed practice in Mackay he returned to hometown Brisbane where he helped develop a prominent Racetrack Equine Practice servicing areas along the Australian Eastern seaboard. He finished after 4 1/2 years as Senior Veterinarian in December 2009 prior to starting PEVS.

David has dedicated his career to the service of the performance equine industry. When the horses allow, David likes to spend time with his wife Jo, their two boys and also attends Rugby Union matches.